Parenting And Caring Flashcards
Becoming A Parent Or Carer
Types Of Parents
-biological parents
-social parents; fostering, adoption, step parenting, surrogacy (FASS)
-carers; primary, informal and formal
Becoming A Parent Or Carer
The Roles Of Parents And Carers
-satisfying the specific needs of the dependant
-building a positive relationship with the dependant
-promoting the wellbeing of the dependant
Becoming A Parent Or Carer
Preparations For Becoming A Parent Or
Carer
-changing health behaviours, eg nutrition, physical activity, social or spiritual connections
-enhancing knowledge and skills, eg education, information, training
-modifying the physical environment, eg housing, amenities, equipment
-organising finances, eg budgeting, saving, support payments
Factors Affecting The Roles Of Parenting And Carers
Characteristics Of The Dependant
-age
-skills/capabilities
-special needs, eg illness, disability
ASS
Factors Affecting The Roles Of Parenting And Carers
Influences On Parents And Carers
-personal; culture customs and tradition, religion/spirituality, own upbringing, previous experience, multiple commitments eg work, study, sport, family, education, socioeconomic status, special needs eg illness, disability. (CROPMESS)
-social; media stereotypes, community attitudes, gender expectations.
Factors Affecting The Roles Of Parenting And Carers
Styles Of Parenting Or Caring
-authoritarian
-democratic
-permissive/indulgent
-negligent
Factors Affecting The Roles Of Parenting And Carers
Rights And Responsibilities In Parenting And Caring
-legal rights of parents, carers and dependants
-responsibilities of parents and carers; duty of care, setting limits, discipline (DSD)
Support For Parents And Carers
Types Of Support
-informal; relatives, friends, neighbours
-formal; government agencies, community organisations
Support For Parents And Carers
Types Of Services Provided Through Formal Support
-respite care
-childcare
-counselling
-health care
-education
-financial support
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